advancedrareCoryanthes
Bucket Orchid
Coryanthes macrantha
Alien apparatus of a flower — a literal bucket that bathes pollinators.
Bloomsyelloworangepurple
Sign in to addWaterhigh
Heavy water during growth
Lightmedium
Bright filtered light
Foodmedium
Feed weakly weekly
Temp
65-85°F
Humidity
70-85%
Origin
Central & South America
Special care:Bizarre bucket traps bees; mount in ant-nest media
About Bucket Orchid
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Care guide
Potting medium
Open, fast-draining orchid bark mix in a pot with drainage holes.
Repotting
Every 2 years or when the medium breaks down.
Bloom season
Varies by species and growing conditions.
Bloom longevity
Typically 3–6 weeks per spike.
Growth habit
Refer to the species' parent genus for growth pattern.
Propagation
Division at repotting time, ideally just as new growth begins.
Pests & prevention
Watch for scale, mealybugs, and spider mites — wipe with diluted isopropyl alcohol.
Signs of trouble
- ●Mushy roots → reduce watering and repot in fresh dry medium
- ●Yellowing leaves → check light levels and watering frequency
Grower's tips
- ★Consistency matters more than perfection — pick a routine and stick with it.
- ★Air movement prevents most fungal and bacterial issues.